Full-Stack Software Engineer

About the role:

We are looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer to help build and improve the systems that power our products and platform.
In this role, you will work closely with engineers, product managers, and designers to develop scalable features and deliver reliable product experiences. You’ll contribute across the stack, collaborate on technical solutions, and continuously improve the quality and performance of our applications.

If you’re motivated by solving real-world problems, learning and growing as an engineer, and partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions, you’ll thrive in this role.

About us:

At 8am, our vision is to power a world where professionals thrive. We start every day on a mission to empower professionals with the most trusted, innovative technology to deliver world-class outcomes for their clients and exceptional financial results for their business. They count on our purpose-built solutions to simplify operations, ensure compliance, and fuel profitable growth, so they can focus on their clients and do more of the work that matters.

Founded in 2005, 8am™ (formerly AffiniPay) is the professional business platform built to help legal, accounting, and other client-focused professionals run stronger, more profitable businesses. Today, more than 250,000 professionals across the U.S. trust 8am to help them work smarter, serve clients better, and unlock their full potential. We have been recognized as one of Inc 5000’s fastest growing companies in the U.S. for 13 years in a row, and as a result, our teams continue to grow as well!

What you'll do:

• Design, build, and maintain web applications using modern backend and frontend technologies (e.g., Rails, Node.js, React, or similar frameworks)
• Develop and maintain APIs and backend services that support product feature
• Build reusable frontend components and help maintain shared UI libraries
• Improve existing systems to enhance performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Work closely with product and design teams to deliver user-focused features
• Help troubleshoot production issues and support safe software deployments
• Collaborate with DevOps and QA teams to ensure reliable releases
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving engineering practices
• Stay current with new technologies and development practices

About you:

• Experience building and shipping production web applications
• Experience working across both frontend and backend systems
• Familiarity with modern web frameworks (such as Rails, Node.js, React, or similar technologies)
• Experience building APIs and working with backend services
• Understanding of relational databases and SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Familiarity with software design principles and maintainable coding practices
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with distributed teams
• Preferred location: Brno, Czech Republic

Diversity, equity & inclusion at 8am:

At 8am, we recognize that innovation occurs with a strong team of people who are diverse in background, personality, talent and ideas. Experience comes in many forms and ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we continue to learn from each other is an integral part of our culture. We are committed to creating a welcoming and transparent environment for all that embraces those differences through education, equal access to opportunities and information, inclusionary programs, and community outreach. 

Why 8am 

At 8am, our culture is shaped by the people who bring it to life every day. Together, we build a company rooted in continuous learning, genuine community, holistic wellness, and meaningful engagement—values that empower us as individuals and unite us as a team. Our culture is grounded in our core values: Work Smart, Win Fast; Outshine Ordinary, and We Find a Way. These values drive how we serve our customers and work with each other in a collaborative, inspiring, and empowering environment, every day.

Security advisory:

Our hiring teams at 8am are dedicated to recruiting top talent that share our passion for serving the professional services industry through innovative financial technology.  As such, our Talent Acquisition Team only follows legitimate hiring practices.  We will always communicate with our candidates using emails with the 8am domain and will never ask for sensitive/personal data during the application process.  All interviews take place over phone call, Zoom/Google Meet or in person.  All offers are communicated verbally by our Talent Acquisition Specialists with a written offer letter as a follow up.